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enWatonga Made: Who is Clarence “Ducky’ Nash?https://www.thewatongarepublican.com/articles/2017/12/12/watonga-made-who-clarence-%E2%80%9Cducky%E2%80%99-nash
<div class="field field-name-field-image field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" rel="og:image rdfs:seeAlso" resource="https://www.thewatongarepublican.com/sites/thewatongarepublican.com/files/styles/medium/public/field/image/4_2.jpg?itok=FISdGF9n"><a href="/articles/2017/12/12/watonga-made-who-clarence-%E2%80%9Cducky%E2%80%99-nash"><img typeof="foaf:Image" src="https://www.thewatongarepublican.com/sites/thewatongarepublican.com/files/styles/medium/public/field/image/4_2.jpg?itok=FISdGF9n" width="220" height="153" alt="" /></a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" property="content:encoded"><p>Heading north into Watonga, one will run into the four-way stop. Keep heading north and there’s a little under four-mile stretch of road called Clarence Nash Boulevard.</p>
<p>Besides the most common street names in a small town (Main, 1st, etc.), there are streets named after famous people to recognize their achievements, usually who are from that specific area, such as a mayor, a longtime sheriff or a celebrity who had since moved on to different parts of the world.</p>
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</div></div></div>Tue, 12 Dec 2017 20:25:41 +0000News Staff3312 at https://www.thewatongarepublican.comWatonga Sees Slight Decrease in Monthly Sales Taxhttps://www.thewatongarepublican.com/articles/2017/12/12/watonga-sees-slight-decrease-monthly-sales-tax
<div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" property="content:encoded"><p>The City of Watonga saw a $15,903.54 decrease in sales tax revenue and net taxable sales for the month of December, according to an Oklahoma Tax Commission (OTC) report released earlier this week.</p>
<p>The December distribution of sales tax collections by the Oklahoma Tax Commission primarily represents local tax receipts from October business. Companies that remit more than $2,500 monthly in sales tax receipts are required to file and pay electronically. The monies they reported this period represent sales from October 16 to October 31 and estimated sales from November 1 to November 15.</p>
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</div></div></div>Tue, 12 Dec 2017 20:23:22 +0000News Staff3311 at https://www.thewatongarepublican.comJudge Mark A. Moore Retires After 25 Yearshttps://www.thewatongarepublican.com/articles/2017/12/12/judge-mark-moore-retires-after-25-years
<div class="field field-name-field-image field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" rel="og:image rdfs:seeAlso" resource="https://www.thewatongarepublican.com/sites/thewatongarepublican.com/files/styles/medium/public/field/image/3_2.jpg?itok=vw3IGORk"><a href="/articles/2017/12/12/judge-mark-moore-retires-after-25-years"><img typeof="foaf:Image" src="https://www.thewatongarepublican.com/sites/thewatongarepublican.com/files/styles/medium/public/field/image/3_2.jpg?itok=vw3IGORk" width="220" height="159" alt="" /></a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" property="content:encoded"><p>The well-wishers will come from all aspects of the county on Friday, December 15, inside the Blaine County Courthouse, to celebrate the retirement of the Honorable Mark A. Moore.</p>
<p>Moore, announced his retirement earlier this year, bringing 25 years on the bench to an end.</p>
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</div></div></div>Tue, 12 Dec 2017 20:21:57 +0000News Staff3310 at https://www.thewatongarepublican.comWatonga Boys Win Consolation While Girls Fall Short at Christian Heritage Tournamenthttps://www.thewatongarepublican.com/articles/2017/12/12/watonga-boys-win-consolation-while-girls-fall-short-christian-heritage
<div class="field field-name-field-image field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" rel="og:image rdfs:seeAlso" resource="https://www.thewatongarepublican.com/sites/thewatongarepublican.com/files/styles/medium/public/field/image/2_3.jpg?itok=i_dyhOrz"><a href="/articles/2017/12/12/watonga-boys-win-consolation-while-girls-fall-short-christian-heritage"><img typeof="foaf:Image" src="https://www.thewatongarepublican.com/sites/thewatongarepublican.com/files/styles/medium/public/field/image/2_3.jpg?itok=i_dyhOrz" width="220" height="132" alt="" /></a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" property="content:encoded"><p>The Eagles finished their second week of game action this season with a 3-1 record and a Consolation Title at the Christian Heritage Tournament. In a tightly contested game against Thomas to open the week where the Eagles held on for a 46-43 win, despite a furious comeback attempt by the Thomas Terriers in Thomas. The Eagles then headed to the Christian Heritage Tournament in Del City from Thursday through Saturday.</p>
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</div></div></div>Tue, 12 Dec 2017 19:17:40 +0000News Staff3309 at https://www.thewatongarepublican.comCounting Our Blessingshttps://www.thewatongarepublican.com/articles/2017/12/12/counting-our-blessings
<div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" property="content:encoded"><p>As we celebrate the holidays and give thanks, I am reminded once again how truly grateful I am to work among such amazing people at Mercy and to care for the people who make this community so great.</p>
<p>At Mercy’s hospital and clinic in Watonga, our team of co-workers, health care providers and volunteers truly embody Mercy’s mission to provide compassionate care and exceptional service to all patients.</p>
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</div></div></div>Tue, 12 Dec 2017 19:13:58 +0000News Staff3308 at https://www.thewatongarepublican.comKenneth Wayne (Ken) Robertsonhttps://www.thewatongarepublican.com/articles/2017/12/12/kenneth-wayne-ken-robertson
<div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" property="content:encoded"><p>1924~2017</p></div></div></div>Tue, 12 Dec 2017 19:09:20 +0000Edgar3307 at https://www.thewatongarepublican.comWatonga Splits Season Opener Against Cantonhttps://www.thewatongarepublican.com/articles/2017/12/05/watonga-splits-season-opener-against-canton
<div class="field field-name-field-image field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" rel="og:image rdfs:seeAlso" resource="https://www.thewatongarepublican.com/sites/thewatongarepublican.com/files/styles/medium/public/field/image/noticiatres_14.jpg?itok=tYjBhDol"><a href="/articles/2017/12/05/watonga-splits-season-opener-against-canton"><img typeof="foaf:Image" src="https://www.thewatongarepublican.com/sites/thewatongarepublican.com/files/styles/medium/public/field/image/noticiatres_14.jpg?itok=tYjBhDol" width="220" height="131" alt="" /></a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" property="content:encoded"><p>The Watonga Eagles Boys basketball team rolled to an easy season opening win over the Canton Tigers last Tuesday evening in Watonga.</p>
<p>There was a bit of uncertainty for Watonga as the Eagles were tasked with replacing five senior starters from a year ago and two key senior bench players. But, a bit of that uncertainty was erased on Tuesday night as Watonga rolled to a 62-27 victory over the Tigers. The Eagles outscored Canton in each of the four quarters on Tuesday night while holding Canton to just 30 percent shooting from the field.</p>
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</div></div></div>Tue, 05 Dec 2017 17:13:39 +0000News Staff3306 at https://www.thewatongarepublican.comGeary/Watonga Wrestlinghttps://www.thewatongarepublican.com/articles/2017/12/05/gearywatonga-wrestling
<div class="field field-name-field-image field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" rel="og:image rdfs:seeAlso" resource="https://www.thewatongarepublican.com/sites/thewatongarepublican.com/files/styles/medium/public/field/image/noticiadso.jpg?itok=aNse0WOW"><a href="/articles/2017/12/05/gearywatonga-wrestling"><img typeof="foaf:Image" src="https://www.thewatongarepublican.com/sites/thewatongarepublican.com/files/styles/medium/public/field/image/noticiadso.jpg?itok=aNse0WOW" width="220" height="121" alt="" /></a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" property="content:encoded"><p>The Geary/Watonga Wrestling Team opened up the 2017-18 season with a 34-27 dual win against the Weatherford Eagles on Thursday, November 30.</p>
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</div></div></div>Tue, 05 Dec 2017 17:12:26 +0000News Staff3305 at https://www.thewatongarepublican.comCity Hall to Host Community Theatre Toy Drivehttps://www.thewatongarepublican.com/articles/2017/12/05/city-hall-host-community-theatre-toy-drive
<div class="field field-name-field-image field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" rel="og:image rdfs:seeAlso" resource="https://www.thewatongarepublican.com/sites/thewatongarepublican.com/files/styles/medium/public/field/image/noticia_23.jpg?itok=lQLysYTv"><a href="/articles/2017/12/05/city-hall-host-community-theatre-toy-drive"><img typeof="foaf:Image" src="https://www.thewatongarepublican.com/sites/thewatongarepublican.com/files/styles/medium/public/field/image/noticia_23.jpg?itok=lQLysYTv" width="220" height="118" alt="" /></a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" property="content:encoded"><p>Last Stop Till Christmas directed by Kim Coney will be this weekend Dec., 9, at 7:30, and Dec., 10, at 2:30, held in Watonga City Hall. Watonga Community Theatre will accept donations for unwrapped new toys for the DHS Christmas toy drive in lieu of admission.</p>
<p>With all the hustle and bustle of the holidays, this cast of characters are reminded the true meaning of Christmas while waiting at a bus stop. Amy Adams’ character loves Christmas and wants to spread the holiday spirit. She is greeted by a mime played by Shawnda Plummer. A grumpy couple played by Mary Ann and Fred Teply who might remind you of your own grandma and grandpa</p>
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</div></div></div>Tue, 05 Dec 2017 17:10:57 +0000News Staff3304 at https://www.thewatongarepublican.comStatue of Comanche Leader Quanah Parker Dedicated in Texashttps://www.thewatongarepublican.com/articles/2017/12/05/statue-comanche-leader-quanah-parker-dedicated-texas
<div class="field field-name-field-image field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" rel="og:image rdfs:seeAlso" resource="https://www.thewatongarepublican.com/sites/thewatongarepublican.com/files/styles/medium/public/field/image/native_9.jpg?itok=TGE95o1M"><a href="/articles/2017/12/05/statue-comanche-leader-quanah-parker-dedicated-texas"><img typeof="foaf:Image" src="https://www.thewatongarepublican.com/sites/thewatongarepublican.com/files/styles/medium/public/field/image/native_9.jpg?itok=TGE95o1M" width="220" height="135" alt="" /></a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" property="content:encoded"><p>SNYDER, Texas (AP) — Quanah Parker stands again above the Texas plain. Poised with spear in hand, he's turned eastward, ready to mount his horse and face the future once more.</p>
<p>The Abilene Reporter- News reports the bronze statue, crafted by Abilene artist Terry Gilbreth, was installed on the campus of Western Texas College in front of the Scurry County Museum. Commissioned in 2011 on the centennial of Parker's death, it finally was dedicated Nov. 16 in a ceremony attended by descendants of the Comanche chief.</p>
<p>Parker is one of the most complex and revered figures to emerge from the bloody history of westward expansion in Texas during the second half of the 19th century. His story is one of pain, sacrifice and, ultimately, hope.</p>
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</div></div></div>Tue, 05 Dec 2017 17:03:44 +0000News Staff3303 at https://www.thewatongarepublican.com